Return to work (RTW) after head injury.
This study explored return to work (RTW) after head injury from survey data on 177 cases of head injury. Although 45% of the sample study did engage in some work-related activity only 19% were in competitive employment positions. Factors which were related to RTW after head injury were: age when injured, sex, length of loss of consciousness and Likert ratings of learning, motor and ambulation impairment. Many of those who did return to competitive employment did so in less demanding positions than held pre-injury. Limitations of the current study and suggestions for future research are ventured.
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Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Des Moines 50309.
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D000328:Adult; D001924:Brain Concussion / Q000534:rehabilitation; D001925:Brain Damage, Chronic / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D001930:Brain Injuries / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D001932:Brain Neoplasms / Q000534:rehabilitation; D002561:Cerebrovascular Disorders / Q000534:rehabilitation; D003128:Coma / Q000534:rehabilitation; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D012050:Rehabilitation, Vocational; D012759:Sheltered Workshops; D014829:Vocational Education